The Stanford Alumni Association (SAA) has a mission to reach, serve, and engage all 240,000+ Stanford alumni and students; to foster a lifelong intellectual and emotional connection between the university and its graduates; and to provide the university with goodwill and support. SAA produces a wide array of offerings and programming to connect Stanford alumni, ranging from events such as Reunion Homecoming to creating content, including STANFORD magazine, and providing travel opportunities, including the Stanford Travel/Study and Stanford Sierra Camp programs.
The SAA Finance and Accounting department is responsible for SAA’s accounting, operating budget, and financial reporting functions. The group also assumes responsibility for ensuring compliance with University policies and regulatory requirements, and serves as a liaison to the university’s central accounting, regulatory, tax and financial reporting offices. The team provides SAA management with periodic financial information and serves as a business partner in its many operations.
Under the direct supervision of the Director of SAA Finance and Accounting, the Accounting and Financial Analysis Manager will perform complex finance functions and activities that require advanced knowledge and the application of internal policies, external regulations, precedents, and systems. This role will develop complex financial models, perform analysis, create reports, and provide recommendations that support SAA’s various operations. Projects and responsibilities include annual operating budget development, support of the period end close, variance analysis and compilation of reporting data. May manage a key area within a finance operation or department/unit.
This is a 100% FTE, benefits-eligible, exempt position. This position will be based on the Stanford campus. It will be considered for a hybrid work arrangement (a combination of working on-site and off-site), subject to operational needs, with a minimum of two days per week on campus.
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree plus four years of applicable experience, or combination of education and relevant work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The expected pay range for this position is $111,640 to $125,000 per annum.
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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
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